Fiberglass RV - Search Results

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Posted By lespnd

Roy is right. My nephew did this job. The...

Roy is right. My nephew did this job. The windows where newly installed so there was no need to remove although it would have been the right thing to do at that time. We don't use the wheel locks...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

10-04-2012, 01:06 PM

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Posted By lespnd

We used an etching primer on all the aluminum and...

We used an etching primer on all the aluminum and used a regular car paint with a metallic sparkle in all the black. Looks nice.

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

10-04-2012, 11:36 AM

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Posted By lespnd

For that reason I keep it under 30

For that reason I keep it under 30

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

10-04-2012, 11:10 AM

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Posted By lespnd

Thank you. The yellow thing is a wheel lock. ...

Thank you. The yellow thing is a wheel lock. Bought locally at Princess Auto. Basically a Theft Deterrent.:)

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

10-04-2012, 10:16 AM

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Posted By lespnd

Interlux Brightside Before and After

We just got our boler back from getting painted. We used Interlux brightside (offwhite). We are very pleased with the result. Here are some before and after photos. FYI: The paint and pre-kote...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

10-02-2012, 02:28 PM

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Removing body from frame

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Posted By lespnd

Found this on a previous link. Lots of great...

Found this on a previous link. Lots of great info here on this site. Hope it helps a little.

Remove body to frame bolts and screws
jack trailer and frame up and support the Boler body...

Forum: Money Matters

09-28-2012, 10:46 AM

Replies: 6

Egg Insurance - How to ensure we are covered?

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Posted By lespnd

HI Roy Thank you for the response. Actually it...

HI Roy
Thank you for the response. Actually it was the NS stolen boler that precipitated this thread. A fight with my insurance company would only add insult to injury, and we generally don't pay...

Forum: Money Matters

09-28-2012, 09:38 AM

Replies: 6

Egg Insurance - How to ensure we are covered?

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Posted By lespnd

Egg Insurance - How to ensure we are covered?

Hello
I had a very disturbing conversation with my insurance company in the spring of this year. Apparently the replacement cost of a 72' Boler is only about $1000 as it was $850 new in 1972. I...

Forum: General Chat

09-28-2012, 08:12 AM

Replies: 14

Stolen Boler

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Posted By lespnd

I can only imagine how sad and violated you must...

I can only imagine how sad and violated you must feel losing something so close to you. Something you put your heart into to make your own. I hope the police find it. I surely will keep a watchful...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

09-14-2012, 09:37 AM

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love my new boler but there is one problem

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Tim You will find a wealth of ideas from...

Hi Tim
You will find a wealth of ideas from many people on this site, that for sure. You just need to choose what best for you.
Here is a link to one that I'm thinking of building.
...

Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)

09-11-2012, 01:14 PM

Replies: 84

ON | Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Roy Thank you so much for the offer. That...

Hi Roy
Thank you so much for the offer. That was truly the best offer I have ever had. Should my plans for the weekend change, We will definitely see your there. Thanks again for the awesome...

Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)

09-11-2012, 11:27 AM

Replies: 84

ON | Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Alf As it stands today, I'm bolerless :( ...

Hi Alf
As it stands today, I'm bolerless :( Missing my Pine Cone. Its is still in the body and paint shop getting all done up in Interlux Brightside by my nephew. My hope was to have it...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

09-11-2012, 08:11 AM

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Finishing installing my new woodwork!!

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Posted By lespnd

Great work Dylan! Awesome workmanship. Keep the...

Great work Dylan! Awesome workmanship. Keep the pics coming. Your an inspiration, that for sure. Best of luck in Canada while your here. Cheers.

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

09-05-2012, 11:10 AM

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Jim Actually it was the same unit I was...

Hi Jim
Actually it was the same unit I was trying to make it work. So far I am glad we got the cool cat. I'm sure I can acquire a dig stat without too much trouble. Thanks for the input. much...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

09-05-2012, 11:08 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Jim The thermostat that was installed is an...

Hi Jim
The thermostat that was installed is an analog one. i agree a digital one would be better to set limits. I have read about condensate leaking as well, so i made sure the condensate tray on...

Forum: General Chat

09-05-2012, 08:27 AM

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Down East Camping

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Alf Absolutely beautiful view. I would say...

Hi Alf
Absolutely beautiful view. I would say well worth it. Great photos and awesome memories I'm sure. Enjoy. Thanks for the link!

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

09-05-2012, 08:10 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

AC stopped working - replaced with Cool Cat

My "used" air conditioner gave up the ghost in August on the hottest day (of course). So we decided to find a replacement and the "Cool cat" came up as a possible replacement. They are used in T@B...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

08-20-2012, 12:39 PM

Replies: 19

The Pine Cone Update

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Posted By lespnd

Crackedegg I think you definitely need to...

Crackedegg

I think you definitely need to find the source of the water and fix that immediately and do it properly. Also, address any mold issues. After that I'm sure you will have fun making it...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

08-20-2012, 07:44 AM

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The Pine Cone Update

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Cpaharley, thats a great idea. I will...

Hi Cpaharley, thats a great idea. I will consider that.
Hi Crackedegg, Congrats on your new ownership, Post pics!
I'm in St.Thomas, by London Ontario. I can only take credit for a small part of...

Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates

08-17-2012, 11:42 AM

Replies: 19

The Pine Cone Update

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Posted By lespnd

A few Mods. update

We needed more space for our clothes etc. So a decision to make a dresser in the front of our boler was made. The space that was mainly an unused sitting area. I am not a Carpenter, so please be...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

07-11-2012, 08:56 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

Here is the AC unit installed in the front of the...

Here is the AC unit installed in the front of the Boler behind the tongue box. Intake and exhaust are going through an access hatch. Condensate hose through the floor. Seems to be working quite...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

07-05-2012, 08:51 AM

Replies: 19

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Posted By lespnd

I spoke with Parallax today. Using the generator...

I spoke with Parallax today. Using the generator outlet is not the recommended configuration. I have updated the drawing to reflect an acceptable configuration. There are a lot of ways people can...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-27-2012, 05:22 AM

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Posted By lespnd

Correction. After testing this unit further I...

Correction. After testing this unit further I discovered it does in fact blow warm air out the back. Hence the need to exhaust. I'm trying to figure out a nice way to do this for my location. Also ,...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-26-2012, 10:17 AM

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Posted By lespnd

I tested the unit. It blow ice cold air out the...

I tested the unit. It blow ice cold air out the front and "cool" air out the back. See the pics . Its does say Room Air Conditioner on the model tag. You can make your own mind up as to how this...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-26-2012, 07:38 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

This Ultra Kool Air conditioner is in fact a...

This Ultra Kool Air conditioner is in fact a recirculation unit made by Kysor. (business has changed hands) This is how it works. Warm/Hot air is pulled in from the front (room), then it is drawn...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-21-2012, 10:46 AM

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Posted By lespnd

What do you make of this? ACW100...

What do you make of this?

ACW100 No-Exhaust Portable Air Conditioner - 1,000 BTU (https://www.thermospace.com/portable_ac/apc2000e.php)

No Exhaust. Only 1000 BTU but its the function I'm...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-21-2012, 10:37 AM

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Posted By lespnd

There is the possibility that this unit may also...

There is the possibility that this unit may also work like an evaporative air cooler. Once I get the unit and learn more, I will let keep you posted. Maybe in the interim someone may recognize the...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-21-2012, 09:51 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

Here is a pic of the unit. This is all I have

Here is a pic of the unit. This is all I have

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-21-2012, 09:43 AM

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Posted By lespnd

I'm wondering if this mfg is a heat pump or...

I'm wondering if this mfg is a heat pump or reverse air conditioner. I have purchased this older unit. It was installed in a truck camper. There is no exhaust ducting. Just a small condensate...

Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners

06-21-2012, 09:25 AM

Replies: 25

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Posted By lespnd

Need info: Ultra Kool Air Conditioner

Has anyone ever heard of an Ultra Kool RV Air conditioner that fits in a closet. No exhaust. Just a condensate hose through the floor. Couldn't find anything on the net. Thanks for your input.

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

06-20-2012, 02:20 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By lespnd

dylanear Yes this is still unclear. Perhaps...

dylanear
Yes this is still unclear. Perhaps some others have yet to weigh in on this topic before I call parallax.

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

06-20-2012, 02:02 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 2,600

Posted By lespnd

I totally agree Tom. I would be inclined to...

I totally agree Tom. I would be inclined to totally isolate the recharge circuit. It wouldn't take long to drain a battery this way but would work in a pinch. I do have a master battery switch on...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

06-20-2012, 01:49 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By lespnd

I'm running an Parallaxx 7345 with auto switch...

I'm running an Parallaxx 7345 with auto switch ATS (ATS301) like this one. Apparent this switch is inverter friendly. See Here

RV Power Products from Parallax Power Supply...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

06-20-2012, 10:35 AM

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Posted By lespnd

Hi Tom I agree, sine wave issue aside, its a...

Hi Tom

I agree, sine wave issue aside, its a logical connection, just don't know about the charge return circuit and how that is affected. I was thinking of just making this connection in those...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

06-20-2012, 10:00 AM

Replies: 19